oh my first belly laugh of the day. I'm intrigued by the writing behind the skull. and it is appropriate that the skull is clenching a cigarette between the teeth. I suspect that it's the economy that's the issue, and not the shop itself. but hey, out with the old, in with the new is always a good thing. jeepers creepers you've managed to get me into the halloween mood. happy SSS to you Sharon. have a fun weekend.

I love your photo and caption!! I understand your decision to change your focus - in these recessionary times we have to market what sells, not what we wish people would buy because we love it I hope you have hit on a niche market!

Seriously, are there hecklers?! It seems everyplace but eateries are having a hard go of it right now. You always have such unique wares, it has got to be the economy...I know I see so many cool things I'd love to acquire, but have to hold tight to the purse strings and say "some day".

I just caught up reading past posts. Such fun! That Melissa from the farm looks like Joan Baez,doesn't she?? Happy SSS!!

Sharon girl I think this is GREAT !I wish i was closer to your area because I would love to see your shop .. and I think having a wee corner for the Strange and Unusual is PERFECT !Great shot for today, you made me plaster a huge grin on my face : )Joy

There's a magic shop at Rye, about 15 minutes south of me on the peninsula. It is unusual to see a shop like this amidst all the beach style shops! But it works! Each time I go to Rye, this shop is very busy! I think people like a change! I will be posting its sign on my Mornington Peninsula blog this week!

Starting full time work at school this week! No more part time! It's a trial run to see if I (my arm) can maintain the hour drive each way each day! Two teachers (who live nearby) are willing to share driving me if I can't quite manage! I am so grateful!

Meanwhile, I am doing an online professional development course. We teachers are supposed to do so many hours each year and I have done none this year! Most venues are right in Melbourne, over an hour's drive away! That was not an option, so I decided to check out some online ones! Found a 9 hour PD on OneNote which teaches new ways of storing daily lessons, research, grades etc. That was for me! I can do it any time, just as long as I complete 9 hours! It's all good!

Last week I walked 10 km along the coastline enjoying one day when there was more sunlight! I was more than a little weary at the end, but it was exhilerating! I found a replica of an old 1800's lime kiln near Rye beach that I didn't know existed! It was fascinating!

All the best in your new venture! Hope your Autumn is gentle and warm and sunny!

This all looks like great fun! Best of luck doing what you need to do at the shop. I have been involved with Days of the Dead for years now. (My favorite holiday). Each week during October many of us are writing about the Art of Remembering. Your new store set up is right there with us, sharing the fun.

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